Rustic Courtyard Wedding at The Alexandrian Hotel

Looking for the most charming red brick courtyard here in Old Town Alexandria? Well look no further than The Alexandrian Hotel whose beautiful space is perfect for outdoor ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions. Kate and Os’ rustic courtyard wedding took place in this very space with their closest family and friends.

Extraordinary Style

Kate’s bouquet was anything but ordinary. The king protea definitely captured our attention, with an equally beautiful supporting cast of ranunculus, butterfly ranunculus, white wax flower, eucalyptus and magnolia foliage. Finishing her bridal look was a lush crown of seeded eucalyptus foliage accented with touches of wax flower.

The vision for the rustic courtyard wedding included many shades of greenery, and they embraced the all green shades throughout! The bridesmaids wore stunning emerald green dresses, and their bouquets were foliage heavy. Boutonnieres of mixed greens graced the men’s lapels, with Os sporting a small succulent.

Kate Seamands and Os Guzman's mini-mony at the Alexandrian Hotel in Alexandria, Virginia

Photo by Lindsay King Photography

Kate and Os's mini-mony at the Alexandrian Hotel in Alexandria, Virginia September 19, 2020.

Photo by Lindsay King Photography

Kate and Os's mini-mony at the Alexandrian Hotel in Alexandria, Virginia

Photo by Lindsay King Photography

Rustic protea and eucalyptus bouquet for courtyard wedding at The Alexandrian Hotel

Photo by Lindsay King Photography

Ceremony

Their rustic courtyard wedding style was absolutely perfect for the courtyard – organic and rustic with a touch of whimsy. The ceremony set with two rustic wine barrels, each holding a large, organic design of hydrangea, stock, roses and spray roses in shades of white and ivory with wisps of Queen Anne’s lace and finished with richly textured lemon leaf and eucalyptus foliages.

Rustic courtyard wedding at the Alexandrian Hotel in Alexandria, Virginia

Photo by Lindsay King Photography

Kate Seamands and Os Guzman's mini-mony at the Alexandrian Hotel in Alexandria, Virginia September 19, 2020.

Photo by Lindsay King Photography

Reception

For the reception, a combination of elegant eucalyptus garlands and terrariums created an elegant ambiance for the rustic courtyard wedding. The sweetheart table featured a garland along the front rim further accented with white O’Hara garden roses, ranunculus, and wax flower. Keeping with our rustic theme, the cake was ringed with a lush treatment of eucalyptus along the base.

Photo by Lindsay King Photography

Rustic courtyard wedding at The Alexandrian Hotel

Photo by Lindsay King Photography

Rustic courtyard wedding at The Alexandrian Hotel with geometric terrarium and eucalyptus garland

Photo by Lindsay King Photography

Cake ringed with eucalyptus for rustic courtyard wedding at The Alexandrian Hotel, Alexandria, VA

Photo by Lindsay King Photography

Kate and Os were such a pleasure to work with and we wish them the best in their first year of marriage!

Photo by Lindsay King Photography

Venue: The Alexandrian Hotel

Photography: Lindsay King

Florist: Petal’s Edge Floral Design

Music: Chris Styles, DJ Xtreme Sound

Hair & Make Up: Make up by Ana B

Cake: Fluffy Thoughts

Coordinator: Hannah Warren

An elegant tented reception at Dumbarton House? Say no more. For Meghan & Pierce’s celebration, we designed soft, romantic centerpieces that flowed effortlessly down the head table and added movement to the round guest tables. A mix of textured greenery brought that lush, organic touch we love. It’s proof that timeless and fresh can go hand in hand. Tented weddings are stunning in any season… especially when the florals do the heavy lifting.⁣
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An elegant tented reception at Dumbarton House? Say no more. For Meghan & Pierce’s celebration, we designed soft, romantic centerpieces that flowed effortlessly down the head table and added movement to the round guest tables. A mix of textured greenery brought that lush, organic touch we love. It’s proof that timeless and fresh can go hand in hand. Tented weddings are stunning in any season… especially when the florals do the heavy lifting.⁣
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📍 @dumbartonhouse⁣
📷 @sarahbradshawphoto⁣
🍽 @ridgewellsdc⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @kelleycannonevents

Airy. Intentional. Unexpected.
Bouquets like this don’t just come together. They’re built with a designer’s eye and an engineer’s precision. Structured, sculptural, and perfectly imperfect.

The wired bouquet is having a moment, and we’re all in. Staying at the forefront of floral design means constantly evolving our techniques. Craftsmanship, mechanics, and keeping our skills as fresh as our stems! Modern bridal design? You’re looking at it.

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Airy. Intentional. Unexpected.
Bouquets like this don’t just come together. They’re built with a designer’s eye and an engineer’s precision. Structured, sculptural, and perfectly imperfect.

The wired bouquet is having a moment, and we’re all in. Staying at the forefront of floral design means constantly evolving our techniques. Craftsmanship, mechanics, and keeping our skills as fresh as our stems! Modern bridal design? You’re looking at it.

#wiredbouquet #sculpturalbouquet #whiteweddingbouquet #modernbridalbouquet #floralinnovation #floralartistry #floralmechanics #luxuryweddingflowers #statementbouquet #floraltechnique #bridalbouquetinspo #floraldesignprocess #wiredflorals #flowerstructure #timelessweddingstyle #elevatedfloraldesign #petalsedgeflorals #floraltrends2025 #contemporaryflorals #fineartweddingstyle #chicweddingflowers #dcfloraldesigner #virginiaflorist #dmvweddingflorist #bespokeflorals #artfulweddingdesign #bouquetdetails #whiteonwhitewedding #refinedweddingstyle #floralarchitecture

Hair? Done. Makeup? Glowing. Bouquet?

A dream in toffee and white. And when the champagne tower hits just right? That’s the Petal’s Edge touch. 🍾💐

From behind-the-scenes to final frame, this shoot was full of joy, movement, and flower-filled magic. Because designing moments that feel as good as they look? That’s kind of our thing.

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Hair? Done. Makeup? Glowing. Bouquet?

A dream in toffee and white. And when the champagne tower hits just right? That’s the Petal’s Edge touch. 🍾💐

From behind-the-scenes to final frame, this shoot was full of joy, movement, and flower-filled magic. Because designing moments that feel as good as they look? That’s kind of our thing.

📍 @riggshotel
📷 @destinationeddings_vn
🎥 @visual_story_book
💐 @petalsedgedc
💄 @daisyvazquezmua
@thaliapaulbridal
@trybaro

We’re never one to shy away from a floral moment, and at a venue like Congressional Country Club, the stakes (and the ceilings) are high. For Rebecca & Richard`s celebration, we played up the grandeur of the space with towering centerpieces and sprawling greenery that brought movement and life to each table. A timeless green-and-white palette with layers of texture gave this classic ballroom a fresh, organic twist. ⁣
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Curious how we tailor floral design to suit your space and your story? Let’s chat! Link in bio.⁣
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📷 @procopiophoto⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

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We’re never one to shy away from a floral moment, and at a venue like Congressional Country Club, the stakes (and the ceilings) are high. For Rebecca & Richard's celebration, we played up the grandeur of the space with towering centerpieces and sprawling greenery that brought movement and life to each table. A timeless green-and-white palette with layers of texture gave this classic ballroom a fresh, organic twist. ⁣
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Curious how we tailor floral design to suit your space and your story? Let’s chat! Link in bio.⁣
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📍 @congressionalcountry club⁣
📷 @procopiophoto⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

Sun-drenched florals, bold texture, and one unforgettable chuppah moment.

For Aliza & Alex’s summer celebration at Oxon Hill Manor, we went full color-forward. Coral peonies were the undeniable star. Paired with wildflower-inspired details like daisies, snapdragons, freesia, and even herbs, the floral design struck that perfect balance between luxe and lighthearted.

From the birch pole chuppah trailing with blooms to vibrant, garden-style centerpieces, this tented affair radiated joyful energy - proof that color can absolutely be elevated!

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💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @smevents

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Sun-drenched florals, bold texture, and one unforgettable chuppah moment.

For Aliza & Alex’s summer celebration at Oxon Hill Manor, we went full color-forward. Coral peonies were the undeniable star. Paired with wildflower-inspired details like daisies, snapdragons, freesia, and even herbs, the floral design struck that perfect balance between luxe and lighthearted.

From the birch pole chuppah trailing with blooms to vibrant, garden-style centerpieces, this tented affair radiated joyful energy - proof that color can absolutely be elevated!

📍 Oxon Hill Manor
🍽️ @welldunncatering
📷 @pshoots
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @smevents

#weddingdesigner #weddingchuppah #weddingarch
#dcweddingflorist #washingtondcflorist #weddingfloraldesign
#washingtondcweddingflorist #virginiaweddingflorist
#virginiaflorist #marylandflorist #leesburgweddingflorist
#luxuryweddingflorist #washingtonianweddings
#dmvweddingflorist

Towering magnolia branches brought winter warmth and botanical drama to Aurora & Anil’s wedding at the Park Hyatt. With sculptural centerpieces and lush magnolia runners lining the long tables, this celebration proved that winter weddings can be rich in texture and full of life, no evergreen or holly required! ✨ ⁣
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If you’re planning a cold-weather celebration and want a floral design that feels anything but expected, let’s dream it up together. Book your consultation via the link in bio.⁣
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📷 @lovelifeimages⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
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